Exodus 2:8
Exodus 2:8 in Multiple Translations
“Go ahead,” Pharaoh’s daughter told her. And the girl went and called the boy’s mother.
And Pharaoh’s daughter said to her, Go. And the maid went and called the child’s mother.
And Pharaoh’s daughter said to her, Go. And the maiden went and called the child’s mother.
And Pharaoh's daughter said to her, Go. And the girl went and got the child's mother.
“Yes, go and do that,” she replied. So the girl went and called the baby's mother to come.
And Pharaohs daughter sayde to her, Goe. So the maide went and called the childes mother,
and the daughter of Pharaoh saith to her, 'Go;' and the virgin goeth, and calleth the mother of the lad,
Pharaoh’s daughter said to her, “Go.” The young woman went and called the child’s mother.
And Pharaoh's daughter said to her, Go. And the maid went and called the child's mother.
She answered: Go. The maid went and called her mother.
The king’s daughter said to her, “Yes, go and find one.” So the girl went and summoned ◄the baby’s/my► mother.
Berean Amplified Bible — Exodus 2:8
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Exodus 2:8 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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HEB
וַ/תֹּֽאמֶר
לָ֥/הּ
בַּת
פַּרְעֹ֖ה
לֵ֑כִי
וַ/תֵּ֨לֶךְ֙
הָֽ/עַלְמָ֔ה
וַ/תִּקְרָ֖א
אֶת
אֵ֥ם
הַ/יָּֽלֶד
וַ/תֹּֽאמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
to say
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
לָ֥/הּ
Prep | Suff
בַּת
bath
H1323
Bath (Shua)
N-fs
פַּרְעֹ֖ה
Parʻôh
H6547
Pharaoh
N-proper
לֵ֑כִי
yâlak
H3212
to walk
V-Qal-Impv-2fs
וַ/תֵּ֨לֶךְ֙
yâlak
H3212
to walk
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
הָֽ/עַלְמָ֔ה
ʻalmâh
H5959
maiden
Art | N-fs
וַ/תִּקְרָ֖א
qârâʼ
H7121
to call
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
Obj.
DirObjM
אֵ֥ם
ʼêm
H517
mother
N-fs
הַ/יָּֽלֶד
yeled
H3206
youth
Art | N-ms
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Hebrew Word Reference — Exodus 2:8
וַ/תֹּֽאמֶר
ʼâmar
H559
"to say"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to say or speak, and it's used in many different ways in the Bible. It can mean to command, promise, or think, and it's translated in the KJV as 'answer', 'appoint', or 'command'.
Definition: 1) to say, speak, utter 1a) (Qal) to say, to answer, to say in one's heart, to think, to command, to promise, to intend 1b) (Niphal) to be told, to be said, to be called 1c) (Hithpael) to boast, to act proudly 1d) (Hiphil) to avow, to avouch Aramaic equivalent: a.mar (אֲמַר "to say" H0560)
Usage: Occurs in 4337 OT verses. KJV: answer, appoint, avouch, bid, boast self, call, certify, challenge, charge, [phrase] (at the, give) command(-ment), commune, consider, declare, demand, [idiom] desire, determine, [idiom] expressly, [idiom] indeed, [idiom] intend, name, [idiom] plainly, promise, publish, report, require, say, speak (against, of), [idiom] still, [idiom] suppose, talk, tell, term, [idiom] that is, [idiom] think, use (speech), utter, [idiom] verily, [idiom] yet. See also: Genesis 1:3; Genesis 18:23; Genesis 25:32.
לָ֥/הּ
""
Prep | Suff
בַּת
bath
H1323
"Bath (Shua)"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for daughter is used to describe a female child or a woman, and can also be used figuratively. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Bathsheba, the wife of Uriah and later of King David.
Definition: A woman living at the time of the Patriarchs, first mentioned at Gen.38.2; daughter of: Shua (H7770); married to Judah (H3063); mother of: Er (H6147), Onan (H0209) and Shelah (H7956) the wife of Uriah whom David had murdered, having had adulterous relations with her; subsequently wife of David and mother of Solomon, Shimea, Shobab, and Nathan (alternate spelling to 'Bathsheba')
Usage: Occurs in 498 OT verses. KJV: apple (of the eye), branch, company, daughter, [idiom] first, [idiom] old, [phrase] owl, town, village. See also: Genesis 5:4; Exodus 2:21; Ruth 1:13.
פַּרְעֹ֖ה
Parʻôh
H6547
"Pharaoh"
N-proper
In the Bible, Pharaoh refers to the king of Egypt, a powerful leader with great authority. The word is used in many passages, including Genesis 12:15 and Exodus 1:9, to describe the ruler of Egypt. It is a title of respect and power.
Definition: A man of the Egyptians living at the time of Divided Monarchy, first mentioned at 2Ki.23.29; also called Pharaoh at 2Ki.23.35 etc.; Another name of ne.kho (נְכוֹ "Neco" H5224G) § Pharaoh = "great house" the common title of the king of Egypt
Usage: Occurs in 230 OT verses. KJV: Pharaoh. See also: Genesis 12:15; Exodus 6:29; 2 Kings 23:35.
לֵ֑כִי
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
V-Qal-Impv-2fs
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
וַ/תֵּ֨לֶךְ֙
yâlak
H3212
"to walk"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
To walk or go, this verb means to move from one place to another, used literally or figuratively, as in to live or die, or to lead someone.
Definition: 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Hiphil) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 936 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] again, away, bear, bring, carry (away), come (away), depart, flow, [phrase] follow(-ing), get (away, hence, him), (cause to, made) go (away, -ing, -ne, one's way, out), grow, lead (forth), let down, march, prosper, [phrase] pursue, cause to run, spread, take away (-journey), vanish, (cause to) walk(-ing), wax, [idiom] be weak. See also: Genesis 3:14; Exodus 5:8; Deuteronomy 28:14.
הָֽ/עַלְמָ֔ה
ʻalmâh
H5959
"maiden"
Art | N-fs
This word means a young, unmarried woman, often a virgin. It describes someone who is pure and innocent. In the Bible, it is used to describe women like Mary and Rebekah.
Definition: 1) virgin, young woman 1a) of marriageable age 1b) maid or newly married
Usage: Occurs in 7 OT verses. KJV: damsel, maid, virgin. See also: Genesis 24:43; Proverbs 30:19; Psalms 68:26.
וַ/תִּקְרָ֖א
qârâʼ
H7121
"to call"
Conj | V-Qal-ConsecImperf-3fs
This Hebrew word means to call out to someone or something, often by name. It's used in many situations, like calling for help or reading aloud. In Genesis, God calls out to Adam in the Garden.
Definition: : call_to/invite/entreat 1) to call, call out, recite, read, cry out, proclaim 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to call, cry, utter a loud sound 1a2) to call unto, cry (for help), call (with name of God) 1a3) to proclaim 1a4) to read aloud, read (to oneself), read 1a5) to summon, invite, call for, call and commission, appoint, call and endow 1a6) to call, name, give name to, call by 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to call oneself 1b2) to be called, be proclaimed, be read aloud, be summoned, be named 1c) (Pual) to be called, be named, be called out, be chosen
Usage: Occurs in 689 OT verses. KJV: bewray (self), that are bidden, call (for, forth, self, upon), cry (unto), (be) famous, guest, invite, mention, (give) name, preach, (make) proclaim(-ation), pronounce, publish, read, renowned, say. See also: Genesis 1:5; Genesis 49:1; Judges 1:26.
אֶת
ʼêth
H853
"Obj."
DirObjM
In the original Hebrew, this word points out the object of a verb or preposition, like 'namely' or 'even'. It appears in many books, including Genesis and Exodus. It's not directly translated in English, but helps clarify the meaning of sentences.
Definition: sign of the definite direct object, not translated in English but generally preceding and indicating the accusative Aramaic equivalent: yat (יָת "whom" H3487)
Usage: Occurs in 6782 OT verses. KJV: (as such unrepresented in English). See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 10:8; Genesis 19:21.
אֵ֥ם
ʼêm
H517
"mother"
N-fs
The Hebrew word for 'mother' is used in the Bible to describe a female parent or a maternal figure. It can also refer to the source or origin of something, such as a river or a family. In some cases, it is used figuratively to describe a person's relationship to others.
Definition: 1) mother 1a) of humans 1b) of Deborah's relationship to the people (fig.) 1c) of animals 2) point of departure or division
Usage: Occurs in 202 OT verses. KJV: dam, mother, [idiom] parting. See also: Genesis 2:24; 2 Kings 4:19; Psalms 22:10.
הַ/יָּֽלֶד
yeled
H3206
"youth"
Art | N-ms
This Hebrew word refers to a young person, like a child or teenager, such as the youth who helped David in 1 Samuel 20:1. It can also mean offspring or descendants, like the children of Israel in Exodus 12:37.
Definition: 1) child, son, boy, offspring, youth 1a) child, son, boy 1b) child, children 1c) descendants 1d) youth 1e) apostate Israelites (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 76 OT verses. KJV: boy, child, fruit, son, young man (one). See also: Genesis 4:23; 1 Kings 12:10; Isaiah 2:6.
Study Notes — Exodus 2:8
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- Context
- Cross References
- Exodus 2:8 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Exodus 2:8
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 2:8
- Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 2:8
- Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 2:8
- Cambridge Bible on Exodus 2:8
- Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 2:8
- Sermons on Exodus 2:8
Context — The Birth and Adoption of Moses
6When she opened it, she saw the child, and behold, the little boy was crying. So she had compassion on him and said, “This is one of the Hebrew children.”
7Then his sister said to Pharaoh’s daughter, “Shall I go and call one of the Hebrew women to nurse the child for you?”
8“Go ahead,” Pharaoh’s daughter told her. And the girl went and called the boy’s mother.
9Pharaoh’s daughter said to her, “Take this child and nurse him for me, and I will pay your wages.” So the woman took the boy and nursed him. 10When the child had grown older, she brought him to Pharaoh’s daughter, and he became her son. She named him Moses and explained, “I drew him out of the water.”Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 46:3–4 | “Listen to Me, O house of Jacob, all the remnant of the house of Israel, who have been sustained from the womb, carried along since birth. Even to your old age, I will be the same, and I will bear you up when you turn gray. I have made you, and I will carry you; I will sustain you and deliver you. |
| 2 | Psalms 27:10 | Though my father and mother forsake me, the LORD will receive me. |
| 3 | Exodus 6:20 | And Amram married his father’s sister Jochebed, and she bore him Aaron and Moses. Amram lived 137 years. |
| 4 | Ezekiel 16:8 | Then I passed by and saw you, and you were indeed old enough for love. So I spread My cloak over you and covered your nakedness. I pledged Myself to you, entered into a covenant with you, and you became Mine, declares the Lord GOD. |
Exodus 2:8 Summary
[In this verse, Pharaoh's daughter tells the girl to go and call the boy's mother, showing kindness and compassion towards the Hebrew child. This act of kindness reflects God's heart towards His people, as seen in Exodus 2:25 and Deuteronomy 7:7-8. The girl's obedience to Pharaoh's daughter also demonstrates the importance of trust and following God's plan, even when we don't fully understand the circumstances. By examining this verse, we can learn valuable lessons about God's character and how we can reflect His heart in our own lives.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Pharaoh's daughter instruct the girl to go and call one of the Hebrew women to nurse the child?
Pharaoh's daughter instructed the girl to go and call one of the Hebrew women to nurse the child because she recognized the child was a Hebrew and wanted to ensure the child received proper care from someone who shared his heritage, as seen in Exodus 2:7-8. This act of kindness also reflects the compassion she had for the child, similar to the compassion shown by God towards His people in Exodus 2:25.
Who was the girl that Pharaoh's daughter spoke to in Exodus 2:8?
The girl that Pharaoh's daughter spoke to in Exodus 2:8 was the sister of the baby, Moses, who had been watching over him from a distance, as mentioned in Exodus 2:4. She played a crucial role in reuniting Moses with his mother and facilitating his care.
What can we learn from Pharaoh's daughter's response to the girl's request?
Pharaoh's daughter's response to the girl's request teaches us about the importance of kindness, compassion, and trust in God's sovereignty, as seen in Exodus 2:8 and Romans 8:28. Her willingness to help the Hebrew child, despite being an Egyptian, demonstrates that God can use anyone to accomplish His purposes.
How does this verse relate to God's larger plan of salvation?
This verse is a part of God's larger plan of salvation, as it sets the stage for Moses' upbringing and eventual leadership of the Israelites, which is a type of Christ's redemption of His people, as seen in Exodus 2-18 and Hebrews 3:1-6. The preservation of Moses' life is a testament to God's providence and care for His people, as promised in Jeremiah 29:11.
Reflection Questions
- What are some ways I can show kindness and compassion to those around me, just like Pharaoh's daughter showed to Moses?
- How can I trust in God's sovereignty, even when circumstances seem uncertain, like the situation of Moses in the basket?
- What role can I play in facilitating the care and nurture of those around me, just like the girl who watched over Moses and helped reunite him with his mother?
- In what ways can I demonstrate faith and trust in God's plan, even when I don't fully understand the circumstances, like the Hebrew mother who entrusted her child to God's care?
Gill's Exposition on Exodus 2:8
And Pharaoh's daughter said unto her, go,.... She fell in at once with the proposal, being, no doubt, overruled, by the providence of God, to agree to have such a person called: and the maid went and
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Exodus 2:8
Then said his sister to Pharaoh's daughter, Shall I go and call to thee a nurse of the Hebrew women, that she may nurse the child for thee? No JFB commentary on these verses.
Trapp's Commentary on Exodus 2:8
Exodus 2:8 And Pharaoh’ s daughter said to her, Go. And the maid went and called the child’ s mother. Ver. 8. The child’ s mother.] None to her: as David said of Goliath’ s sword, "None to that."
Ellicott's Commentary on Exodus 2:8
(8) The maid went and called the child’s mother.—Jochebed must have been waiting near, eagerly expecting—perhaps, while concealed from sight, watching the result, and ready to appear the moment that she was summoned. Miriam knew where to find her, and brought her quickly to the princess.
Cambridge Bible on Exodus 2:8
8. The girl naturally brings her mother, who thus recovers her infant. the maid] Heb. ‘almâh, implying that she was a grown up girl, and consequently at least 15 or 16 years older than Moses.
Whedon's Commentary on Exodus 2:8
6-9. There is a pathos in this description which shows that the writer’s heart was in it. That princess was his adopting mother.
Sermons on Exodus 2:8
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Behold 05-Virgin Shall Concieve by Neil Dougal | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of the four chains that should be present in our understanding of God's grace. He highlights the significance of the virgin b |
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Three Life Changing Truths by Zac Poonen | This sermon emphasizes three key points: Without Christ, we can do nothing of eternal value, highlighting the importance of humility and dependence on God. With Christ, we can do e |
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Saved, Redeemed and Carried by Thomas Bradbury | Thomas Bradbury preaches about the profound love, sympathy, salvation, redemption, and succor provided by Jesus Christ to His people. He emphasizes how Christ, as the Angel of God' |
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Precious Promises for Aged Saints by James Smith | James Smith preaches about the comforting promise of God's everlasting care for the aged believer, assuring them of His unchanging love, support, and protection until their hair is |
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A Man After God's Own Heart by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the destructive power of jealousy and its condemnation in the eyes of God. He uses the story of David and his enemy to illustrate how jealou |
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Breaking the Bondage of an Ungodly Heritage by Don Wilkerson | In this sermon, the speaker addresses the concept of breaking the chains of an ungodly heritage. He criticizes the idea that individuals are not personally responsible for their ac |
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(Manitoba 2001) God Will Be Your God Always by Zac Poonen | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of facing difficult situations in order to truly know and understand God. He states that it is in the storms of life that we l |